| name | image | layout | last-updated | latin-name | type | native-to | ideal-climate | height-range | sun | water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Peperomia obtusifolia |
peperomia-obtusifolia |
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2021-12-06 |
Baby rubber plant, green and gold peperomia |
perennial |
Mexico, Florida, the Caribbean |
subtropical |
up to 25 cm |
bright indirect light, can tolerate low light |
moderate |
Peperomia obtusifolia is most commonly found with forest green leaves or in variegated cultivars like the painting above. With waxy and succulent-like leaves, the plant typically prefers to dry out between waterings and is prone to root rot if over-watered. That being said, it is a hardy plant that will tolerate a variety of lighting situations and will not require frequent re-potting, making it an excellent plant for beginners. The plant can be propagated from both stem and leaf cuttings.